Overview
- Manchester City thrashed Exeter City 10-1, with new signing Antoine Semenyo scoring on debut and Rico Lewis netting twice as Pep Guardiola's side cruised into the fourth round.
- Everton host Sunderland at Hill Dickinson Stadium with a thin squad after Michael Keane’s three‑match ban and Jack Grealish’s one‑game suspension, plus AFCON and injury absences.
- David Moyes weighs enforced changes with options including Nathan Patterson at right‑back and potential opportunities for younger players such as Tyler Dibling.
- Tottenham and Aston Villa named strong starting lineups for their all‑Premier League tie, with live coverage in the UK on BBC One/TNT Sports and streaming on ESPN+ in the U.S.
- With no replays in this round, ties are settled on the day; Newcastle advanced past Bournemouth on penalties, while Brentford, Burnley and Fulham also progressed, and the fourth‑round draw is set for January 12.